Gestión Hotelera

🏖 In 2023, Spain's tourism-related GDP reached €184.002 billion, 12.3% of the national GDP, marking a 0.9% increase from 2022, according to INE's Satellite Tourism Accounts. Tourism employment rose to 2.5 million jobs, 11.6% of Spain's total employment, up by 0.1 percentage points from the previous year. Foreigner spending accounted for 55% of total tourism consumption, increasing by 2.1 points. Tourism demand surged by 24.5%, indicating post-pandemic sector recovery.

🏠 In Córdoba's historical districts like Alcázar Viejo and the Cathedral area, a population decline of 3% and 4%, respectively, due to surging tourist rental prices, is forcing long-term residents out. The tourism influx is transforming traditional homes into visitor apartments, challenging both demographics and social fabric. Locals struggle with the repercussions, such as disturbances from tourist groups and accessibility issues, while local businesses experience a shift in the neighborhood's dynamic. The trend is reducing accessible housing options for young people and families, presenting an uncertain future for these historic areas.

✈ Ryanair leads with a 26% increase to 37,200 flights in Spain for September-October, post-Covid crisis. Iberia flew 28,500 flights, up 6%, while Vueling had 26,600, a 13% rise. Binter saw a 12% increase with 15,900 flights. Air Europa, under Globalia, operated only 71% (8,700 flights) compared to 2019. Easyjet was 13 points down with 11,300 flights. Lufthansa reached 10,800 flights, up 6%, and Air France-KLM grew 21% to 6,400 flights.

🍴 Antes de abrir un restaurante de hotel, es crucial definir la experiencia culinaria, desde la elección de un buffet internacional a resaltar sabores locales, para atraer a un público específico y destacar de la competencia. Conocer al público objetivo es clave para adaptar servicios y menús. La contratación y formación de personal capacitado es esencial para vender no solo comida, sino experiencias. Un gerente competente garantiza la óptima operación diaria y alinea las estrategias del hotel con las necesidades del restaurante. Mantener al cliente como prioridad, implementar una gestión eficiente de inventarios y aprovechar la tecnología como POS, CRM, y software de gestión de inventarios mejoran el control de recursos y la experiencia del cliente. Escuchar el feedback y adoptar estrategias de marketing efectivas son fundamentales para la mejora continua y la atracción de una clientela más amplia. La estética del restaurante debe ser atractiva y coherente con la identidad del hotel. Controlar y optimizar costes es clave para la rentabilidad, y responder profesionalmente a las reseñas online mejora la confianza del cliente. Prácticas sostenibles y la posibilidad de servicio take away pueden diferenciar al establecimiento. La innovación tecnológica, como menús

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🏨 Serenissima Informatica, una empresa multinacional con más de 40 años de trayectoria y presente en España desde 2008, se especializa en tecnologías para el sector hotelero y de restauración. Su producto estrella, protel Cloud, es utilizado por más de 15,500 hoteles globalmente. Ofrece atención al cliente 24/7 desde su oficina en Barcelona y ha colaborado con Wecamp en la expansión del glamping, gestionando 11 campings y otros 2 para 2025, implementando soluciones como protel PMS MPE y Power BI.

🛫 Aena's incentive plan for airlines operating at airports with under three million passengers criticized by Transport Minister Óscar Puente on December 16. Aena, a public company, failed to significantly boost routes to less trafficked airports. Current model yields an average of €5.5 per passenger from retail sales, with Aena receiving 54% from chocolates and confections, 52% from toy sales, 28% from tech accessories, 48% from tobacco, and 49% from alcoholic beverages. Airlines pay Aena €9.5 per passenger in fees.

🏨 Líbere Hospitality Group signed a new property in Oporto set to open in the second half of 2026. The operation, structured alongside Ureno Real Estate Advisory LDAm, involves Urbanitae as a financial partner contributing 85% to the €12 million investment. The aparthotel in Boavista will feature 57 apartments under the Líbere brand. Anticipated for July 2026, this addition expands Líbere's portfolio in Oporto to 79 units and reinforces its regional presence. Líbere's total portfolio exceeds 1,700 units across Spain, Portugal, and Greece.

🏖️ Victoria & Albert’s, located in Disney World, Orlando, Florida, received a Michelin star, a first for a theme park restaurant in the U.S. Open since 1988, the fine dining venue is situated inside Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Chef Matthew Sowers, after nearly two decades and a Le Cordon Bleu education, leads a culinary team that serves a tasting menu starting at $295 per person, which can go up to $425 for The Chef’s Table experience. Wine pairings are an additional $155. Reservations are required 180 days in advance, with a minimum age of 10 years for guests. Victoria & Albert’s also has an extensive wine collection featuring over 500 labels from 35 regions.

📈 Carlos Hornstein, Co-founder and CEO of niikis, emphasizes employee well-being as a key business resolution for 2025. Happy employees lead to happy customers, ensuring business sustainability. The article suggests dedicating time and resources to team welfare, proposing it as one of the twelve goals for the upcoming year.